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ebm-papst receives award for research and development
For its research and development work, ebm-papst has been awarded the "Innovative through research" seal of approval by the Stifterverband für die Deutsche Wissenschaft for the fourth time in a row.
Since 2014, the Stifterverband has been awarding this seal of approval to companies in the field of research and development in recognition of their efforts as drivers of innovation. The award, which is valid for two years, honors companies "that demonstrate a special commitment to research and development", according to the association.
"Research and development are at the heart of a technology leader. We are delighted to have been recognized for this once again. We see this award as an incentive to continue driving global innovation through research and development at ebm-papst," emphasizes Dr. Stephan Arnold, Group Managing Director for Research & Development and Purchasing at the ebm-papst Group.
The company invests millions in research and development every year. Under "GreenIntelligence", the fan and drive specialist markets intelligently networkable solutions. With its think tank ebm-papst Neo in Dortmund, the family-owned company has further expanded its research activities in the field of digitalization and the development of new business models. In addition, ebm-papst cooperates with numerous universities and research institutes, such as Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences and the University of Stuttgart.
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